.2 Overview Product Selection Guide BR Loadcenters Description Service Single-phase, three-wire, 20/240 Vac Short-Circuit Current Rating 0 kaic: All single- and three-phase loadcenters 70 225A, 8 to 42 circuits 22 kaic: All convertible loadcenters using 25A rated Type BRH main breakers or selected factory installed 25A rated Type BRH main breaker Main Breaker/Main Lug Loadcenters Single-phase Main breaker: 00, 25, 50, 200, 225, 400, 600A Main lugs: 70, 25, 50, 200, 225, 400, 600A Convertible Loadcenters Main breaker: single-phase up to 200A and three-phase up to 225A Branch Breakers Types BR, BRH and BRHH: 0 50A. single-, two- and three-pole; selected amperage available in switching duty, HACR, shunt trip and high magnetic setting Type GFCB: 5 60A Types BJ and BJH: 25 225A; two- and three-pole Type BD Twin: 0 50A; two of one-pole; take one -inch (25.4 mm) space s NEMA Type indoor NEMA Type 3R outdoor Loadcenter and Breaker Accessories Branch circuit breaker: Auxiliary components Hold-down kits Handle ties Lockoffs Lockdogs Complete line of ground bar kits 5, 0, 4 and 2 circuit, some with additional #2/0 lugs; each terminal will accommodate: (3) #4 #0 Cu/Al or () #4 #4 Cu/Al Main and sub-feed lugs 25, 50, 225A two- and three-pole Shunt trips Bussing Tin-plated aluminum as standard Contents Description Overview Product Description..................... Features, Benefits and Functions........... Standards and Certifications.............. Catalog Number Selection................ Product Selection....................... BR Specialty Products Spa Panels............................ Riser Panel............................ Type BR Renovation Loadcenter........... Type BR Retrofit Interior Kits.............. BR Circuit Breakers........................ Three-phase, four-wire, 208Y/20 Vac Three-phase, three-wire, 240 Vac delta 25 kaic: All convertible and factory-installed single-phase loadcenters rated 50 and 200A using Type BWH main breakers Three-phase Main breaker: 00, 25, 50, 200, 225, 400, 600A Main lugs: 00, 25, 50, 200, 225, 400, 600A Main lugs: single-phase up to 200A and three-phase up to 50A Type BQ and BQC Multibreaker: 5 30A. Two of two-pole or one two-pole and two one-pole; takes two -inch (25.4 mm) spaces Type BRW: 5 30A; two-pole water heater breakers Type BRSN: 5 30A; two-pole switching neutral breakers Type BR 5 00A; two-pole, 240 Vac delta breakers BR-AFCI arc fault circuit interrupter NEMA 4X Meets or exceeds UL requirements for indoor or outdoor applications Surge protection: Single-phase plug-on surge protector Single-phase bottle type surge protector Three-phase bottle type surge protector Single-phase whole home surge protector Universal rainproof conduit hubs Group One: 3/4,, -/4, -/2, 2 inches (9., 25.4, 3.8, 38., 50.8 mm) Group Two: 2, 2-/2, 3 inches (50.8, 63.5, 76.2 mm) Adapter plate Limited copper bus panels available Page V-T-42 V-T-42 V-T-44 V-T-44 V-T-45 V-T-56 V-T-57 V-T-58 V-T-67 V-T-69 Volume Residential and Light Commercial CA0800002E January 203 www.eaton.com V-T-4
.2 Product Description Loadcenters are enclosures specifically designed to house the branch circuit breakers and wiring required to distribute power to individual circuits. They contain either a main breaker when used at the service entrance point or a main lug when used as a sub-panel to add circuits to existing service. The main breaker protects the main entire panel and can be used as a service disconnect. The branch breakers protect the wires leading to individual electrical loads such as fixtures and outlets. Features, Benefits and Functions Loadcenter Construction Eaton s Type BR loadcenters have standard tin-plated aluminum bus with a limited availability of copper bus. The sum of the handle ratings connected to any stab is limited to 50A maximum on the 00 and 25A loadcenters, and 200A on loadcenters with 50A or higher main bus. NEMA Type boxes or enclosures are manufactured from galvanized steel. Raintight boxes are manufactured from galvanized steel, then finished using an electrostatic powder coat, baked urethane paint process. Neutrals Eaton Type CH loadcenters feature two types of neutrals: Insulated/Bondable Split Neutral Panels are supplied with split insulated neutrals with an insulated cross strap. For service entrance applications, the neutral must be bonded by using the bonding strap supplied with the panel. For non-service entrance (subpanel) applications, the panel may be installed with the bonding strap not connected to the neutral. Separate ground bars must be used on non-service entrance panels. Insulated/Bondable Single Neutral Panels are supplied with a single insulated neutral. For service entrance applications, all that is required to bond the neutral is to loosen the bonding screw and the neutral screw directly beside it, insert the bonding strap into the neutral bar, and retighten both connections. The single neutral can be moved by the contractor to the other side of the panel, if desired. When used as a service entrance panel, unused neutral connections may be used for the termination of equipment grounds. For nonservice entrance (sub-panel) applications, the panel may be installed with the bonding strap not connected to the neutral. Separate ground bars must be used on non-service entrance panels. Grounds In service entrance applications where the neutral is bonded, unused neutral holes may be used for terminating ground conductors. In sub-feed panels, the neutral must be isolated (non-bonded), and ground wires must be terminated on a separate ground bar. The insulated/bondable single/split neutral panels have sufficient terminations for both ground and neutral conductors. The insulated/ bondable single split neutral panels are supplied with a separate factory-installed ground bar if the catalog number contains a G. If not, a separate ground bar should be installed. Insulated/ Bondable Single Neutral panels are supplied without a ground bar (unless otherwise noted), and ground bar kits if needed must be purchased separately. Neutral and Ground Terminals The standard terminals on grounds and neutrals are rated to accept (3) #4 #0 Cu/Al or () #4 4, provided the cables terminated are of the same material. For larger cables, add-on neutral lugs may be ordered from the accessories on Page V-T-60. Note: NEC allows only one current-carrying conductor per hole on neutrals unless otherwise noted. Bottom Fed Loadcenters For single-phase 225A and below loadcenters that are bottom fed, a standard panel can be rotated 80 degrees to allow straight-in wiring of power cables to the main terminals. Because the main circuit breaker handle operates horizontally, the orientation of the main circuit breaker handle is consistent with the requirements of NEC 2008 Article 240.8. Gutter Splicing Loadcenters are not UL listed as wiring troughs. Therefore, gutter splicing of riser cables to tap off to the main device is not permitted. Refer to NEC 2008 Article 32.8. Fire Rating Due to the numerous openings in both loadcenter boxes and trims, they should not be mounted in firewalls. There is no approved method for sealing the enclosures for this application. Date Code The date of manufacture of each loadcenter is printed on the outside of the carton as well as inside the loadcenter. On the carton, the date code is printed on the end carton label. In the loadcenter, the date code is located on the small white label located on the right side wall (with the main device on top). The date code is in the following format: F # # # &. The F is the numeric code for the Lincoln, IL plant, and the three numbers are the year and week of manufacturing, e.g., 023. The! sign at the end signifies the decade of the 200. Therefore, the date code F023& would indicate that the product was manufactured in the 23rd week of 200. The 980s are represented by the + sign and the 990s are represented by a = at the end of the code. Surge Protectors Complete home surge protection is available in multiple options, including a factory-installed option that provides the highest level of surge protection in a residential design. See Tab 3 for more details. Circuit Breaker Case Interrupting Capacity 0 kaic 22 kaic 25 kaic Warranty Information 0-year limited loadcenter warranty 0-year limited branch breaker warranty V-T-42 Volume Residential and Light Commercial CA0800002E January 203 www.eaton.com
.2 Type BR Loadcenter BR4040B200 Extra.5-Inch (38. mm) Knockout Larger knockout provides easier installation and time savings Top or Bottom Feed Straight-in wiring saves labor and material One panel for either top or bottom applications 2/0 Lug Easily removable and can be installed in any location on the neutral bar Standard Tin-Plated Aluminum Bus Excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance Copper bus options are available for select catalog numbers Drywall Marking on Indicates proper mounting depth for flush applications Warranty 0-year warranty on all Type BR loadcenters and circuit breakers. Tangential Center Knockout Easier installation for conduit applications Commercial Grade Main Breaker 25 kaic series rated main breaker for superior protection Neutral Bus (Strap) Is easily removable for sub-panel applications Bonding Z-strap Provides easy field conversion for service entrance applications Split Neutral Bars A minimum of 50% neutral capacity Steel Backpan Provides solid and reliable breaker mounting single piece design for stability and durability Single Keyhole Mounting One keyhole at the top and bottom provides easier mounting and leveling Volume Residential and Light Commercial CA0800002E January 203 www.eaton.com V-T-43
.2 Standards and Certifications UL Listings All Eaton Type BR loadcenters are listed under UL File E52977 except the 2 8 circuit loadcenters, up through and including 25A, which are listed under UL File E874. Catalog Number Selection Single- and Three-Phase Through 225A Phase Blank = Single-phase 3 = Three-phase Eaton s Type BR Loadcenter Factory Options SUR = Factory integrated surge Number of -Inch (25.4 mm) Spaces of Circuits Single- and Three-Phase 400 600A Phase Blank = Single-phase 3 = Three-phase Example No. : BR224L25G Single-phase Type BR loadcenter rated at 25A with main lugs, 2 spaces allowing 24 poles, indoor combination enclosure, aluminum bus and ground bar. 3 BR 30 42 B C 200 Main Blank = Main lug B = Main breaker Main Device B = Main breaker L = Main lug N = Convertible main H = Main breaker high AIC Bus Blank = Aluminum bus C = Copper bus 3 B 30 42 D F N Number of -Inch (25.4 mm) Spaces of Circuits Amperes D = 400A E = 600A Example No. 2: BR24L70RP Single-phase Type BR loadcenter rated at 70A with main lugs, two spaces allowing four poles, rainproof enclosure with aluminum bus. 50 = 50A 70 = 70A 00 = 00A 25 = 25A Construction Blank = No feed thru lugs F = Feed-through lugs G = Ground bar P = Current design NY = NY City gutter space R = NEMA Type 3R rainproof S = NEMA Type indoor with surface trim F = NEMA Type indoor with flush trim Blank = NEMA Type indoor with combination trim RIS = Riser panel Amperes 50 = 50A 200 = 200A 225 = 225A N = Current design F = NEMA Type indoor with combination trim S = NEMA Type indoor with surface trim R = NEMA Type 3R rainproof Example No. 3: 3B4242EFN Three-phase Type BR loadcenter rated at 600A with main breaker, 42 spaces allowing 42 poles, indoor combination enclosure. Note No character space used. V-T-44 Volume Residential and Light Commercial CA0800002E January 203 www.eaton.com
.2 Single-Phase Main Lug Loadcenters BR224L25 BR224L200 Single-Phase Three-Wire 20/240 Vac Insulated/Bondable Split Neutral, continued Main Ampere Rating -Inch (25.4 mm) Spaces Circuits Type Notes Ground bar kits priced separately unless otherwise noted. See Page V-T-60. 2 Has notch for BREQS25 hold-down kit. 3 Single, movable neutral is provided. 4 Combination cover style. 5 Suitable for use as service equipment when not more than six main disconnecting means are provided and when not used as a lighting and appliance panelboard (see Article 408.34 of the NEC). 6 Ground bars GBK5 and GBK520 installed. 7 Rainproof panels are furnished with hub closure plates. For rainproof hubs, refer to Page V-T-60. 8 Ground bar GBK220 installed. 9 Has notch for BRHDK25 hold-down kit. j Includes through-feed lugs for both phase and neutral conductors. Box Size Wire Size Range Cu/Al 60 C or 75 C for Main Lugs Loadcenter Catalog Number with Combination or NEMA Type 3R Cover 25 2 2 Indoor B #6 2/0 BR22L25 2345 2 24 Indoor B BR224L25 245 2 24 Indoor B BR224L25G 245 2 24 Indoor B BR224L25DG 2456 2 24 Outdoor BR BR224L25R 257 6 6 Indoor B2 BR66L25 245 6 24 Indoor B2 BR624L25 24 6 24 Indoor B2 BR624L25G 24 6 24 Outdoor B2R BR624L25R 27 20 20 Indoor C BR2020L25 245 20 24 Indoor C BR2024L25 24 20 24 Indoor C BR2024L25G 248 20 24 Outdoor CR BR2024L25R 27 24 24 Indoor C2 BR2424L25 24 24 24 Indoor C2 BR2424L25G 248 50 6 30 Indoor C2 # 300 kcmil BR630L50 49 20 30 Indoor C2 BR2030L50 49 200 8 6 Outdoor B2R # 300 kcmil BR86L200RF 57j 2 24 Indoor B2 BR224L200 459 2 24 Outdoor B2R BR224L200R 579 20 40 Indoor C2 BR2040L200 49 20 40 Indoor C2 BR2040L200G 489 20 40 Outdoor C3R BR2040L200R 79 24 40 Indoor C4 BR2440L200 49 30 40 Indoor D BR3040L200 49 30 40 Indoor D BR3040L200G 489 30 40 Outdoor DR BR3040L200R 79 40 40 Indoor G BR4040L200 49 40 40 Indoor G BR4040L200G 49 40 40 Outdoor GR BR4040L200R 79 225 42 42 Indoor L # 300 kcmil BR4242L225 4 42 42 Outdoor LR BR4242L225R 7 V-T-48 Volume Residential and Light Commercial CA0800002E January 203 www.eaton.com